Foundations of Democracy

1234567891011121314151617181920
Across
  1. 6. A written form of government
  2. 9. Rules put in place by a government for the benefit and safety of citizens
  3. 10. The study of the relationship between people, government, and the society they live in
  4. 12. bodies the lawmaking parts of government
  5. 14. the ruling authority for a community
  6. 16. participation taking part in government
  7. 17. of Powers the division of power among the legislative, executive, and judicial branches of government
  8. 18. A system of government where people have a say in how things are done
  9. 20. of Law The idea that no one is above the law
Down
  1. 1. Democracy A form of government in which citizens rule directly and not through representatives
  2. 2. A form of government in which citizens choose their leaders by voting
  3. 3. to fight for what you believe in
  4. 4. Democracy A system of government in which citizens elect representatives, or leaders, to make decisions about the laws for all the people.
  5. 5. duty the idea that citizens have a responsibility to help their country
  6. 7. by jury The right of a person to be tried by a jury, or a group of citizens, to decide if the person is guilty or innocent of committing a crime.
  7. 8. A legal resident of a state or country, that is able to enjoy the full rights of that place.
  8. 11. Rights rights that cannot be taken away: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
  9. 13. Rights suffrage, the right to participate in government and make your voice heard
  10. 15. Rights rights that cannot be taken away: life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness
  11. 19. good Doing something for the benefit of everyone rather than just yourself.